Granulated Sugar: Complete Cup to Gram Conversion
1 cup of granulated sugar weighs 200g (spooned, USDA standard) or varies by measuring technique. See the full 16-interval conversion table for all amounts below.
Granulated Sugar Conversion Table
1 cup granulated sugar = 200g (USDA FoodData Central basis. 1 cup = 240ml)
| Amount | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Milliliters (ml) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 25g | 0.88 oz | 30 ml |
| 1/4 cup | 50g | 1.76 oz | 60 ml |
| 1/3 cup | 66.67g | 2.35 oz | 80 ml |
| 1/2 cup | 100g | 3.53 oz | 120 ml |
| 2/3 cup | 133.33g | 4.7 oz | 160 ml |
| 3/4 cup | 150g | 5.29 oz | 180 ml |
| 1 cup1 cup | 200g | 7.05 oz | 240 ml |
| 1 1/4 cups | 250g | 8.82 oz | 300 ml |
| 1 1/2 cups | 300g | 10.58 oz | 360 ml |
| 1 2/3 cups | 333.33g | 11.76 oz | 400 ml |
| 2 cups | 400g | 14.11 oz | 480 ml |
| 2 1/2 cups | 500g | 17.64 oz | 600 ml |
| 3 cups | 600g | 21.16 oz | 720 ml |
| 3 1/2 cups | 700g | 24.69 oz | 840 ml |
| 4 cups | 800g | 28.22 oz | 960 ml |
Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy. Values shown for spooned (not packed) measurement unless specified.
Granulated Sugar vs Other Sugar Types
Different types of sugar vary in weight per cup due to different densities.
| Sugar Type | 1 Cup (g) | Density (g/ml) |
|---|---|---|
| Granulated Sugarcurrent | 200g | 0.833 |
| Brown Sugar (packed) | 220g | 0.917 |
| Powdered Sugar | 120g | 0.5 |
| Caster Sugar | 210g | 0.875 |
Why Does 1 Cup of Granulated Sugar Vary?
The weight of 1 cup depends on how you measure. USDA standard (spooned) = 200g.
Spooned & Leveled
Spoon the ingredient into the measuring cup, then level off with a straight edge. This is the standard method used by USDA FoodData Central.
Reference weightSifted
Sift the ingredient first, then spoon into the cup. Sifting aerates the ingredient, reducing weight by 10-20%.
~10-20% lighterScooped (packed)
Dip the cup directly into the bag and pack. This is the most inaccurate method — can be 20-30% heavier than spooned.
~20-30% heavierAbout Granulated Sugar Density
Granulated white sugar is the most consistent of all sugars — 1 cup = 200g regardless of spooning or packing. The uniform crystal size makes it very consistent to measure. Standard sugar for most baking recipes.
Pro tip: For consistent baking results, use a kitchen scale. Weight measurements eliminate the variability of cup measurement entirely. USDA values shown are based on the spooned & leveled method.
Granulated Sugar: Grams to Cups Conversion
Convert granulated sugar from grams back to cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons.
| Grams | Cups | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | 0.13 cups | 2 tbsp | 6 tsp |
| 50g | 0.25 cups | 4 tbsp | 12 tsp |
| 100g | 0.5 cups | 8 tbsp | 24 tsp |
| 150g | 0.75 cups | 12 tbsp | 36 tsp |
| 200g | 1 cup | 16 tbsp | 48 tsp |
| 250g | 1.25 cups | 20 tbsp | 60 tsp |
| 300g | 1.5 cups | 24 tbsp | 72 tsp |
| 400g | 2 cups | 32 tbsp | 96 tsp |
| 500g | 2.5 cups | 40 tbsp | 120 tsp |
Based on 1 cup granulated sugar = 200g (USDA standard, spooned & leveled). 16 tablespoons = 1 cup. 48 teaspoons = 1 cup.
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